JOB DESCRIPTION

Your responsibilities: * Administer dementia programs to meet the individual needs and interests of residents, in accordance with company standards * Coordinate training and education of care staff regarding memory care programs/activities * Participate in pre-admission screenings of prospective new residents, as assigned by supervisor * Communicate positively with residents, families and community professionals regarding the memory care program and its benefits * Manage volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers

Required skills and qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or activities related field preferred * One year direct programming experience with older adults * Experience with Alzheimer's patients and other dementia's in a residential setting preferred * Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

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Brookdale is an EOE-(Equal Opportunity Employer) and drug-free workplace.

Brookdale offers a number of benefits to full-time associates including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, paid time off, educational reimbursement. All associates, age 21 and older, are eligible to participate in the 401(k) retirement savings plan. BR img src='http://career.staffingsoft.com/images/013-97-150067.aspx'